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Need advice
Started a detox at home and couldn't make it through day 2. Started again today with Librium from my doctor. Worried and afraid of all the stuff I read on the Internet. I live alone and just want to know what to expect and if anyone else has done the detox at home?
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Welcome to SR, Scroooloose.
I detoxed at home but did not have serious withdrawals.
Did you share with your doctor how much you were drinking and your experience on your last day 1; did he/she feel that you would be okay alone?
I detoxed at home but did not have serious withdrawals.
Did you share with your doctor how much you were drinking and your experience on your last day 1; did he/she feel that you would be okay alone?
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Yes I shared everything. And doctor said I could try detoxing at home but will reevaluate me on Saturday to see if I need to be admitted. My wD symptoms were intolerable by the end of day 2. So let's see if the Meds help. Thanks for responding... Just knowing I can reach out helps
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Welcome to the Forum Scroooloose!! 
Everyone is different unfortunately, so it's difficult to predict, but we have to start somewhere and be sure to check in with a Dr if things get too rough.
You can do this, and you never have to go through this ever again, only the once!!
Everyone is different unfortunately, so it's difficult to predict, but we have to start somewhere and be sure to check in with a Dr if things get too rough.
You can do this, and you never have to go through this ever again, only the once!!
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Scroooloose, glad you reached out here. Can you pick out a friend or neighbor you would be willing to call for help if you really get sick? You could maybe just text that person saying you feel a little bum and wondered if they were going to be around this weekend.
Thinking about you and I hope you'll let us know how you are.
Thinking about you and I hope you'll let us know how you are.
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Hi and welcome scrooloose
I think most of the horror stories are from people like me who didn't see a Dr at all. You have, and together you've worked out an appropriate treatment.
It sounds to me like you've ticked all the boxes so try not to worry - and remember going back to your Dr or the ER is always an option if you get concerned
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I think most of the horror stories are from people like me who didn't see a Dr at all. You have, and together you've worked out an appropriate treatment.
It sounds to me like you've ticked all the boxes so try not to worry - and remember going back to your Dr or the ER is always an option if you get concerned
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You definitely did the right thing talking to your doctor. Librium is a common medication taken in treatment centers to minimize withdrawals. It should really make things easier for you, but everybody's different, so call your doctor if things get tough. John
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Hi and welcome! You should see a marked difference in your symptoms with the Librium. Ive done it both ways and there is a HUGE difference! Just make yourself as comfortable as you can and keep hydrated. 
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I drank 20oz of whiskey for the last year everday and prior to that about 10-15oz everyday for 4 years. Other then anxiety and feeling aggitated i have had no major withdrawl and im on day 13. Its just the anxiety and craving. Hope this is helpful
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Originally Posted by Scroooloose 
No one that is nearby. Keeping it secret from most family and friends
It's nothing to be afraid or ashamed of.
You will find that most people can be very supportive.
It's really really hard to do this alone.
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Checking in. The medicine does help... It's still a rough time. Tomorrow is day 3. Not feeling up to talking or writing. My thoughts and emotions are all over the place. Can't concentrate and spent 50% of my day on the couch and 50 in the bathroom sick. I'll write again tomorrow
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